HomeFurniture FAQCal King vs King Cal King vs King What is the Difference Between a Cal King and King? King (can also be referred to as an 'Eastern King') is 76" wide x 80" long The King is the widest bed commonly available. Its 4" wider than the Cal King. Its length of 80" is sufficient for most people. Potential drawbacks include the width of the bed not fitting into smaller rooms. California King (usually called 'Cal King') is 72" wide x 84" long The Cal King is the longest bed commonly available at 84". Potential drawbacks include the bed not being wide enough for 2 adults or the length not fitting easily into the room. What one to pick? Simple, if you want more width than length go with the King. If you want more length than width, go with the Cal King. Browse King and Cal King beds at our Furniture Warehouse in Orange County CA: King and Cal King Beds Additional Reading: What's The Right Size Bed Right for You?California King Size Mattresses & Box Springs
California King Size Mattresses are longer and narrower than regular Kings and are approximately 72" x 84". At The Original Mattress Factory, we offer California King Mattress Sets in a variety of models and comfort choices. We also sell California King Size Mattresses and Box Springs separately. Availability varies by location, but models not in stock can typically be made within a few days. Our Regency mattresses and box springs offer excellent support and durability. There are two models available, both of which feature an offset innerspring system and handles for ease of turning. The real working box spring features an additional wood slat for extra support. Click here to learn more » Our Orthopedic models feature our finest knotted offset coil innerspring system with a thicker gauge of wire and an additional turn to provide superior support and durability. Stitched cotton padding is used in the upholstery layers to increase long term comfort and consistency of feel.
In addition, the real working box springs feature an additional slat and additional wire in the four-fold torsion modules, providing superior shock absorption and durability. There are eight comfort choices available, ranging from the Ultra Firm to our plushest Pillow Top for your individual comfort preference. All models feature a two-sided construction and offer our best in quality and value. Our Serenity foam mattresses and box springs offer a truly unique feel combined with superior comfort, support and durability. There are three models available, all of which feature a high density polyurethane foam core and either high density memory foam or latex foam. Our Serenity box spring features four-fold torsion modules with additional wire, an additional wood slat and offer superior support and shock absorption. * Note: Set price includes Mattress and Box Spring. We will sell Box Springs separately, but please note that the Mattresses and Box Springs are designed to work together.
If you do not purchase a matching set, you may shorten the life and comfort of your new Mattress.What is the difference between a California King and a Standard King Mattress?The California King, sometimes called a Western King, is longer and narrower than the Eastern King, usually referred to as a King or Standard King. The Standard King is 4" wider while the California or Western King is 4" longer. Both sizes come with two box springs and one mattress. Mattress Size: King vs. California King vs. Queen Why Buy a California King Bed?The California King is the longest bed available and is the best option for very tall people. My husband, who is 6'7", would have to sleep diagonally on a Standard King but can sleep straight on our California King. You have a Long and Narrow Room. Some rooms that may not comfortably hold a Standard King could hold a California King. Why Buy a Standard King Bed?More Space to Spread Out. Unless you're very tall, most people opt for the Standard King, since extra width is preferable to extra height.
Bedding is Easier to Find. Standard Kings are more popular and so you have more options for bedding. Also, while fitted sheets are made in California King size, flat sheets and blankets are not, meaning they may be a bit too short. Should I buy King or Cal King Sheets?When you buy sheets for your King mattress, make sure you buy the correct size. Your flat sheet can fit both the California and the Standard King, but the fitted sheet needs to fit your specific mattress size. Unless you're very tall, most people go with the Standard King bed. Bedding is easier to find and the extra width is preferential over the extra length. What kind of mattress do you have? Eastern King California King Queen Double TwinSee resultsHome Guides Home Home Improvement Troubleshoot, Fix and Repair Measure and Calculate The Specs for King and California King Sheet Sizes King and California king sheets are different sizes. Even though the names are similar, a king and California king mattress are not the same size, nor are their respective sheets.
A king mattress, also called an eastern king, is four inches wider and shorter than a California or western king mattress. Because of the difference in mattress sizes, sheets designed for one type of king bed generally won't fit well on the other. Both flat and fitted sheet sizes also vary based on brand. Mattress Measurements A king mattress is 76 inches wide and 80 inches long, compared to the California or western king, which is 72 inches wide and 84 inches long. While sheet sizes vary by brand and style, a fitted sheet is similar to its respective mattress in measurements; for instance, 78 inches wide and 80 inches long for a king mattress, compared to 72 inches wide, 84 inches long for a California king. The fitted sheet has a little extra width in the king-sized set. Flat sheets are larger: up to 109 inches wide and up to 106 inches long for a king, compared to up to 108 inches width and length for the California king. Flat sheet sizes vary greatly from one style to another. Some retailers offer size charts so you can determine which option best suits your needs.